Ahmed Marmoush
About Ahmed Marmoush
Ahmed Marmoush is the CEO and Founder of Handl Health, a platform dedicated to enhancing healthcare price transparency through data and technology. With extensive experience in clinical pharmacy and healthcare management consulting across the US, UK, and New Zealand, he aims to democratize access to healthcare information.
Work at Handl Health
Ahmed Marmoush serves as the CEO and Founder of Handl Health, a platform dedicated to enhancing healthcare price transparency. Since 2022, he has positioned the company to partner with the healthcare industry to implement new legislation, addressing technical complexities and outdated systems. Under his leadership, Handl Health utilizes data, machine learning, and human-centered design to improve consumer experiences in healthcare.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to founding Handl Health, Ahmed Marmoush worked at Counties Manukau District Health Board as a Clinical Pharmacist from 2010 to 2013. He also held the role of Care Integration Pharmacist for nine months during this period. His experience includes a significant tenure at Ernst & Young, where he played a key role in helping major healthcare systems and payers across the US build new digital businesses and experiences.
Education and Expertise
Ahmed Marmoush studied at The University of Auckland, where he earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) from 2007 to 2010. He furthered his education with a Postgraduate Diploma in Business in Health Management from 2013 to 2015. His foundational education was completed at Saint Kentigern College from 2002 to 2006. This academic background supports his expertise in healthcare management and consulting.
Career at Ernst & Young
Ahmed Marmoush's career at Ernst & Young spanned several roles, including Senior Consultant and Senior Manager in Business Consulting focused on Digital Health. He worked in various locations, including London and Los Angeles, from 2015 to 2022. His experience at EY included leading digital health initiatives and contributing to healthcare management consulting for over five years.
Background and Personal Insights
Ahmed Marmoush comes from a family of pharmacists who immigrated from the Middle East to New Zealand during his childhood. He has practiced clinical pharmacy for four years and has accumulated ten years of experience in healthcare management consulting. His belief in the potential for transparency in healthcare pricing to transform the industry is influenced by parallels he draws with the travel industry and stock market.